It will be the same 1.6-liter four-cylinder unit found in the new Equinox, where it makes 136 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque. Paired to the engine will be either a nine-speed automatic transmission or a new six-speed manual, the latter of which will certainly return fuel economy benefits.

In the UK, the Vauxhall Astra diesel, which is nearly the identical car, returns 85 mpg on the highway, though that is using the typically generous EU testing procedure and the British imperial gallon. So what does that mean for the U.S.? The Chevy Cruze Hatchback diesel could achieve somewhere around 50 mpg on the highway.

Chevy is hoping to win over some former Volkswagen customers who no longer want a diesel from the brand after its emissions scandal.

The Cruze sedan with the diesel will be on sale in the first quarter of 2017, while the Cruze hatchback is expected to be out by mid-2017. Pricing for the diesel model has not been announced, though we do know that the base hatchback will cost $22,190.

]]>http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2016/10/chevy-cruze-hatchback-goes-after-mpg-crown-with-diesel-manual.html/feed5more]]>Cruising For Ice Cream in the 2016 Chevrolet Cruzehttp://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2016/09/cruising-for-ice-cream-in-the-2016-chevrolet-cruze.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2016/09/cruising-for-ice-cream-in-the-2016-chevrolet-cruze.html#commentsThu, 08 Sep 2016 14:02:19 +0000http://www.autoguide.com/?p=424017Cruising For Ice Cream in the 2016 Chevrolet CruzeWe're going on an ice cream tour around the city and the Chevy Cruze is coming along for the ride. more]]>

The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze isn’t quite grown up, but it’s getting there. To test that theory we took it through a whole day of adult-ish behavior, mostly binging on our favorite things because we’re grown up enough to deal with the consequences.

Our vice to exercise this fine day is delicious ice cream. Gelato too, because we’re fancy like that. Call it an ice cream crawl, or gelato-jump. Whatever it is, it’s going to be fun, filling and full of brain freeze. The new Chevrolet Cruze will be our chaperone for the whole ordeal, with its 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder and an honest to goodness six-speed manual. Our bow-tied buddy also has a 4G-LTE internet connection thanks to OnStar, so we’ll be live-blogging the whole thing. Follow along with our Managing Editor Jodi Lai @DrivingMissJodi and Features Editor Sami Haj-Assaad @Sami_HA and join in on the fun by tweeting us with #icecreamcruze and #maturish!

Check out the Storify below for all the details.

Aannd that’s all the ice cream fun we can have in a day. We hit up about 5 places by the end of the day, which is much more than we had anticipated. We also brought lots of iced desserts back to the office, which was greatly appreciated. As for the Cruze, it looks as appetizing as three scoops of rocky road in a waffle cone, but drives sluggish… like a pair of editors who have been inhaling ice cream since lunch time. The manual transmission and 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine are both a bit furstrating to use, and the interior we had in our model was offputting to say the least.

At least it was rugged and durable to put up with our sugar highs. Steering and comfort was also about average. For more details on the Cruze, be sure to watch our full video review of the new compact. Thanks for following along!

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]]>http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2016/09/cruising-for-ice-cream-in-the-2016-chevrolet-cruze.html/feed3more]]>Chevy Cruze Hatchback Priced from $22,190http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2016/06/chevy-cruze-hatchback-priced-from-22-190.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2016/06/chevy-cruze-hatchback-priced-from-22-190.html#commentsFri, 17 Jun 2016 15:11:33 +0000http://www.autoguide.com/?p=404279Chevy Cruze Hatchback Priced from $22,190When the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback hits stores this fall it will arrive with a $22,190 MSRP, including destination. The five-door Cruze will join the newly redesigned 2016 Cruze sedan— hatch shoppers will have a choice of LT and Premier trims, along with the RS package. Like the sedan motivation comes courtesy a 1.4-liter Ecotec turbo... more]]> [See image gallery at www.autoguide.com]

When the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback hits stores this fall it will arrive with a $22,190 MSRP, including destination.

The five-door Cruze will join the newly redesigned 2016 Cruze sedan— hatch shoppers will have a choice of LT and Premier trims, along with the RS package.

Like the sedan motivation comes courtesy a 1.4-liter Ecotec turbo available with a choice of two six-speeds, one manual and the other automatic–only automatic will be available on the top shelf Premier trim.

]]>http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2016/06/chevy-cruze-hatchback-priced-from-22-190.html/feed2more]]>2017 Chevy Cruze Hatchback Spied Testinghttp://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2015/12/2017-chevy-cruze-hatchback-spied-testing.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2015/12/2017-chevy-cruze-hatchback-spied-testing.html#commentsThu, 03 Dec 2015 18:18:00 +0000http://www.autoguide.com/?p=3598732017 Chevy Cruze Hatchback Spied TestingThe Chevy Cruze Hatchback is on its way to the U.S. and new spy photos show off the small car's looks. more]]> [See image gallery at www.autoguide.com]

The Chevy Cruze Hatchback is on its way to the U.S. and new spy photos show off the small car’s looks.

It appears as though the Cruze Hatchback’s face remains the same as the sedan, with looks heavily influenced by the redesign Malibu and Volt.

The hatchback version of the new Cruze will do battle with the Ford Focus, Hyundai Elantra GT and VW Golf here in the U.S., though it has been sold in worldwide markets for sometime. Thanks to an all-new platform, the standard Cruze managed to cut about 250 pounds compared to the car it replaces.

Like the sedan, expect the hatch to be available with a small 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 150 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque. A new generation of the 1.6-liter diesel is also expected to be available.

While still an estimate, Chevy expects the new Cruze to get at least 40 mpg on the highway.

The 2016 Chevy Cruze is expected to hit showrooms early next year, while the hatchback model will likely join the lineup sometime later in 2016 as a 2017 model.

]]>http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2015/12/2017-chevy-cruze-hatchback-spied-testing.html/feed2more]]>Redesigned 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Revealed in Detroithttp://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2015/06/redesigned-2016-chevrolet-cruze-revealed-in-detroit.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2015/06/redesigned-2016-chevrolet-cruze-revealed-in-detroit.html#commentsWed, 24 Jun 2015 23:01:57 +0000http://www.autoguide.com/?p=317459Redesigned 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Revealed in DetroitChevrolet just unveiled its totally redesigned 2016 Cruze compact car in Detroit. This C-segment offering should bring new features and efficiency to the class. Just You Weight … Following the all-new Malibu’s lead, this updated Cruze has gone on a major diet. The car is expected to be about 250 pounds lighter than the current... more]]> [See image gallery at www.autoguide.com]

Chevrolet just unveiled its totally redesigned 2016 Cruze compact car in Detroit. This C-segment offering should bring new features and efficiency to the class.

Just You Weight …

Following the all-new Malibu’s lead, this updated Cruze has gone on a major diet. The car is expected to be about 250 pounds lighter than the current version. That mass reduction is particularly impressive for a vehicle this small, and doubly so when you consider that it’s grown in size.

Overall, the 2016 Cruze is 2.7 inches longer than the outgoing model and has a wheelbase that’s been lengthened by one inch. This stretch helps improve back-seat space, which is a sore spot in the current model. Riders in the back will have a fair bit more room for their knees, though some additional noggin-space would be nice.

To achieve this car’s remarkable weight savings, it’s built around an all-new architecture, though, one that does not feature any aluminum panels. “We’ve made use of a lot of press-hardened steel,” said Ron Arnesen, global chief engineer of the Cruze, a material that provides additional strength and reduced cost compared to more exotic metals.

Power Play

A large portion of this machine’s 250-pound reduction came out of its powertrain. By switching to a fresh engine, product planners were able to cull 44 pounds of weight. An all-new 1.4-liter turbocharged EcoTec four-cylinder unit “is the base engine in all cars,” Arnesen said. It features a heavily ribbed die-cast aluminum block for strength and low weight.

This engine is loaded with many of the latest features including variable valve timing for both intake and exhaust camshafts, direct injection and a forged-steel crankshaft. An open deck reduces bore distortion when the cylinder head is bolted down, which allows them to run piston rings with lower tension, something that reduces friction.

In addition, the engine has a bed plate lower-end for maximum strength as well as reduced noise and vibration. Tom Sutter, global chief engineer for small gasoline engines at GM said, “We had some very tough targets for NVH,” adding that this new 1.4-liter powerplant is six decibels quieter than a comparably sized Volkswagen or Audi engine.

And it’s powerful, too: It’s estimated to crank out 150 horses and 177 lb-ft of torque. It’s paired with a new six-speed automatic transmission that provides a 3 percent boost in vehicle efficiency all on its own.

The car’s 6T35 gearbox is more than 24 pounds lighter than the self-shifting transmission used in the current Cruze. A two-stage oil pump also reduces parasitic losses.

“We’re very confident that we’re going to get a 40 [mpg highway rating],” Arnesen said, though he cautioned this is only an estimate. Official fuel consumption ratings have not been published yet.

Further bolstering the 2016 Cruze’s efficiency is some common-sense engineering. “Every automatic-transmission car comes with stop/start technology,”Arnesen said. Beyond this, the engine has direct fuel injection and a variable-displacement oil pump, among other efficiency-boosting features like low-drag brakes and wheel bearings as well as low-rolling-resistance tires.

In addition to the gasoline engine, GM will also offer a 1.6-liter turbo-diesel in the new Cruze. This is a move to challenge German hegemony in the compression-ignition segment.

Devil in the Design Details

And just like the Malibu, Chevy’s all-new Cruze shares more than a passing resemblance to its bow-tie siblings. For better or worse, “The car is really, distinctively a Chevrolet,” said John Cafaro, executive director of Chevrolet global design. He and his team have implemented styling graphics from the Corvette and Camaro onto the Cruze’s smaller canvas.

Their inspiration for this car was supposedly “lean muscularity” and what’s interesting is how closely this car resembles the new Malibu. This is partly because they were designed close to each other in the studio, within “10, 15 feet of one another” Cafaro said.

Inside, the new Cruze looks class appropriate, with a nice blend of hard plastics and squishy-soft materials. The trunk is wide and seriously deep, appearing appreciably larger than the cargo holds of it primary rivals. This car will be offered in 10 different paint colors.

Product Offensive or Offensive Product?

The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze is the fifth of five all-new bow-tie cars that are launching this year. Can you name the other four? If not, this invasion includes the Spark, Volt, Malibu and Camaro.

With reduced weight, brand-new powertrains and a fresh architecture this C-segment sedan looks like it could be the small-car homerun the bow-tie brand has always wanted.

]]>http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2015/06/redesigned-2016-chevrolet-cruze-revealed-in-detroit.html/feed11more]]>Chevy has Sold 3.5 Million Cruzes Globallyhttp://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2015/06/chevy-has-sold-3-5-million-cruzes-globally.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2015/06/chevy-has-sold-3-5-million-cruzes-globally.html#respondWed, 03 Jun 2015 20:13:05 +0000http://www.autoguide.com/?p=311345Chevy has Sold 3.5 Million Cruzes GloballyGlobally, the bow-tie brand has sold more than 3.5 million copies of its Cruze compact car, making this nameplate their best-selling automobile in the world. And impressively more than 1 million of those buyers are in the United States. Of course this car has also resonated with buyers in 115 different markets around the planet.... more]]>

Globally, the bow-tie brand has sold more than 3.5 million copies of its Cruze compact car, making this nameplate their best-selling automobile in the world.

And impressively more than 1 million of those buyers are in the United States. Of course this car has also resonated with buyers in 115 different markets around the planet. The countries where it’s most popular include China, the U.S., Brazil and Canada.

The Chevrolet Cruze is a hit with youthful motorists. In the U.S. it’s the segment’s second-best seller to drivers younger than 25. Additionally, 35 percent of these customers are new to Chevy. Last year more than 273,000 were sold in America.

But why make an announcement like this? Well, Chevrolet is on the cusp of introducing an all-new Cruze. The car will be formally unveiled in Downtown Detroit on June 24. It’s expected to go on sale early next year as a 2016 model. This car will be the fifth of five all-new Chevys that are debuting this year. It joins forces with the Spark mini car, the redesigned Volt extended-range electric, a brand-new Malibu sedan and of course the hot 2016 Camaro.

Alan Batey, president of General Motors North America and global Chevrolet brand chief said that by early next year 95 percent of Chevy’s car lineup will be less than two years old, which is “a massive turnover of our portfolio.”

“We want to lead, not follow,” said Batey. Accordingly the company promises their next-generation Cruze will be a crowd pleaser. It should be slightly larger than the today’s version but also lighter and more technologically advanced thanks to cutting-edge features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Batey also said the car will feature an all-new 1.4-liter turbocharged engine.

]]>http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2015/06/chevy-has-sold-3-5-million-cruzes-globally.html/feed0more]]>Chevy Previews 2014 SEMA Show Carshttp://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/10/chevy-previews-2014-sema-show-projects.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/10/chevy-previews-2014-sema-show-projects.html#commentsThu, 16 Oct 2014 19:25:32 +0000http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/?p=259756Chevy Previews 2014 SEMA Show CarsChevy has previewed a quintet of modified vehicles heading to this year’s SEMA Show. The performance-oriented concepts will make their official debut in Las Vegas next month and will consist of an SS Sport, a pair of Sonic compacts, an Impala Blackout and a Cruze RS Plus. Some of the accessories on the SEMA projects... more]]>

Chevy has previewed a quintet of modified vehicles heading to this year’s SEMA Show.

The performance-oriented concepts will make their official debut in Las Vegas next month and will consist of an SS Sport, a pair of Sonic compacts, an Impala Blackout and a Cruze RS Plus. Some of the accessories on the SEMA projects are already available from Chevrolet dealerships nationwide, while others are being evaluated for production. According to the American automaker, most of the accessories were developed by GM’s own engineers.

The customized SS Sport features a collection of Chevrolet accessories including staggered 20-inch wheels, grille kit, fog lamp bezels, side fender vents and rear spoiler. The pair of Sonics each have their own theme, one packed with performance while the other has been stuffed with accessories. As for the Impala Blackout concept, expect a black grille surround, rear spoiler, painted mirror caps and 19-inch wheels. Lastly, the Cruze RS concept gets a custom Wildfire Metallic exterior, unique lower body moldings and a custom rear spoiler.

Check back with AutoGuide.com when the 2014 SEMA Show kicks off November 4 as we’ll be reporting live from Las Vegas.

GALLERY: 2014 Chevrolet SEMA Show Projects

]]>http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/10/chevy-previews-2014-sema-show-projects.html/feed1more]]>General Motors Bringing More Diesel Models to UShttp://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/08/general-motors-bringing-diesel-models-us.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/08/general-motors-bringing-diesel-models-us.html#commentsWed, 06 Aug 2014 00:02:14 +0000http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/?p=252854General Motors Bringing More Diesel Models to USGeneral Motors has reaffirmed its commitment to diesel vehicles. The American automaker has announced that it will launch more cars and light trucks with diesel engines in the U.S. in the coming years and the company believes diesels in cars and light trucks will grow to 10 percent of the market by 2020. Currently, General... more]]>

The American automaker has announced that it will launch more cars and light trucks with diesel engines in the U.S. in the coming years and the company believes diesels in cars and light trucks will grow to 10 percent of the market by 2020. Currently, General Motors offers the Chevrolet Cruze diesel in the U.S., which gets an EPA-estimated 46 mpg on the highway along with a variety of pickups powered by a Duramax V8 diesel engine. Currently on the automaker’s schedule for the 2016 model year is a new 2.8-liter four-cylinder diesel engine that will be used in the Colorado and Canyon pickups.

According to Steve Kiefer, GM’s vice president of global powertrain, “The Chevrolet Cruze diesel will be the first of many diesel-powered passenger cars General Motors will offer in the United States.” Kiefer didn’t mention specific models under consideration for diesel variants but hinted that torque will be the more important measure of performance in the coming years.

GALLERY: 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel

]]>http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/08/general-motors-bringing-diesel-models-us.html/feed2more]]>Chevrolet Cruze Sales Halted for Airbag Issuehttp://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/06/2013-2014-chevrolet-cruze-sales-halted-airbag-issue.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/06/2013-2014-chevrolet-cruze-sales-halted-airbag-issue.html#respondWed, 25 Jun 2014 21:49:28 +0000http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/?p=249215Chevrolet Cruze Sales Halted for Airbag IssueGeneral Motors has ordered a stop-delivery order on the 2013-2014 Chevrolet Cruze. Since the massive ignition switch recall, General Motors has been taking a proactive approach in ensuring vehicles being sold are as safe as possible. Unfortunately that’s not the case for the 2013-2014 Cruze, which according to GM, may have a “suspect” driver’s side... more]]>

Since the massive ignition switch recall, General Motors has been taking a proactive approach in ensuring vehicles being sold are as safe as possible. Unfortunately that’s not the case for the 2013-2014 Cruze, which according to GM, may have a “suspect” driver’s side airbag inflator module. The notice to dealers said, “The inflator module may have been assembled with an incorrect part.”

Dealers are being asked to hold new and used Cruzes on their lots and are not allowed to deliver them to customers “until further instructions are received.” The company is trying to determine which vehicles are fitted with the suspect part so that the unaffected cars can be sold.

So far this year, GM has issued 44 recalls that has covered 20-million vehicles globally.

GALLERY: 2015 Chevrolet Cruze

]]>http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/06/2013-2014-chevrolet-cruze-sales-halted-airbag-issue.html/feed0more]]>New Chevy Cruze Interior Revealedfor Chinahttp://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/06/new-chevy-cruze-interior-revealed-china.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/06/new-chevy-cruze-interior-revealed-china.html#commentsTue, 24 Jun 2014 19:14:49 +0000http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/?p=248990New Chevy Cruze Interior Revealed…for ChinaChevrolet is gearing up to sell its Cruze compact car in China, and the brand has released photos showing the car’s new interior. The new innards of the Cruze seem to borrow many cues from the redesigned 2014 Chevy Impala, including the arching dashboard and center stack design. According to GM Shanghai, young Chinese buyers... more]]>

Chevrolet is gearing up to sell its Cruze compact car in China, and the brand has released photos showing the car’s new interior.

The new innards of the Cruze seem to borrow many cues from the redesigned 2014 Chevy Impala, including the arching dashboard and center stack design.

According to GM Shanghai, young Chinese buyers are looking for more upscale cars with special attention to detail, so GM uses elements like saddle brown leather with contrast stitching in the new Cruze to give it an air of luxury. An eight-inch touchscreen also helps the upscale feeling, and is equipped with Chevy’s latest MyLink infotainment setup. Piano black trim, chrome accents and blue ambient lighting are also fitted.

Some small physical changes come to car itself. The cowl has been pushed forward and the roof curve now extends backwards in an attempt to add spaciousness to the cabin. The rear-seat knee room is also class leading according to Chevy.

When the new Cruze arrives in the US, don’t be surprised to see many of these same interior design cues.

GALLERY: Chinese-spec Chevy Cruze Interior

]]>http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/06/new-chevy-cruze-interior-revealed-china.html/feed1more]]>2015 Chevrolet Cruze Gets Updated Styling, New Tech Featureshttp://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/04/2015-chevrolet-cruze-gets-updated-styling-new-tech-features.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/04/2015-chevrolet-cruze-gets-updated-styling-new-tech-features.html#commentsSun, 13 Apr 2014 17:40:36 +0000http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/?p=2406232015 Chevrolet Cruze Gets Updated Styling, New Tech FeaturesChevrolet‘s best-selling car is getting an update and those attending the 2014 New York Auto Show will be able to check it out. The 2015 Cruze has been revealed ahead of the vehicle’s debut in New York, sporting refreshed styling and new technologies such as Text Message Alerts, Apple Siri integration and OnStar 4G LTE... more]]>

Chevrolet‘s best-selling car is getting an update and those attending the 2014 New York Auto Show will be able to check it out.

The 2015 Cruze has been revealed ahead of the vehicle’s debut in New York, sporting refreshed styling and new technologies such as Text Message Alerts, Apple Siri integration and OnStar 4G LTE with available WiFi hotspot. The exterior styling, according to the American automaker, has been inspired by the new Impala and restyled 2014 Malibu while the interior receives more intuitive controls and convenience.

Updates to the interior include revised cupholders that make it easier to insert and remove cups, the trunk release has been relocated to the center console and the door lock switches have been moved from the center console to the front doors. The 2015 Chevrolet Cruze lineup will include the LS, LT, RS, LTZ, Cruze Eco and Cruze Diesel models. The Cruze Eco is rated at 42-mpg highway while the Cruze Diesel is the most efficient non-hybrid passenger car in America with an EPA-estimated 46 mpg on the highway.

“We’ve simply made a great, versatile car even better,” said Steve Majoros, Chevrolet director of passenger car and crossover marketing. “Chevrolet continues to design, build and sell the most compelling small cars in its history and the 2015 Cruze offers more of the features, connectivity and efficiency that are important to today’s customers.”

GALLERY: 2015 Chevrolet Cruze

]]>http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/04/2015-chevrolet-cruze-gets-updated-styling-new-tech-features.html/feed10more]]>Chevy to Debut New Corvette Variant, Two Other Cars at NY Auto Showhttp://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/04/chevrolet-corvette-variant-heading-new-york.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2014/04/chevrolet-corvette-variant-heading-new-york.html#respondSat, 05 Apr 2014 16:01:39 +0000http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/?p=239818Chevy to Debut New Corvette Variant, Two Other Cars at NY Auto ShowThe seventh-generation Chevrolet Corvette family is about to get bigger. The American automaker has confirmed that it will be bringing “a new variant of the seventh-generation Corvette” to this year’s New York Auto Show, in addition to the updated 2015 Cruze and a new addition to its small-vehicle lineup. As for what Chevy has planned... more]]>

The seventh-generation Chevrolet Corvette family is about to get bigger.

The American automaker has confirmed that it will be bringing “a new variant of the seventh-generation Corvette” to this year’s New York Auto Show, in addition to the updated 2015 Cruze and a new addition to its small-vehicle lineup. As for what Chevy has planned for the Corvette Stingray, it remains a mystery.

Speculation hints that Chevy could be bringing an even more hardcore version of its Z06 to the show, with a more track-focused design. Though don’t be surprised if it’s merely a one-off model or a limited edition Stingray package.

It’s also unknown what the compact model is, but it could be a new Spark, or even the Chevrolet Trax, which is currently sold in Canada. Either way, tune into AutoGuide when the New York Auto Show kicks off on April 16 as we’ll be reporting live from the show floor.